F-16 Electronics Component
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- SPRHA4-25-R-0035
- Agency
- Aviation Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334412 Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- United States
- Points of contact
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- Michelle Mihu michelle.mihu@us.af.mil (385) 591-5148
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is seeking to procure F-16 Electronics Components, specifically a Jettison/Release Remote Interface Unit with National Stock Number 5998-01-080-3978 and Part Number 16E1606-831. The pre-solicitation notice aims to conduct market research to determine potential sources capable of meeting the agency's requirements and improve small business access to acquisition information. Contractors interested in this opportunity must submit a qualification package following clause 52.209-1 and the attached Manufacturing Qualification Requirement (MQR) document. Potential manufacturers must demonstrate extensive manufacturing capabilities, including facility readiness, technical data package verification, and government specification compliance. Interested parties have 15 days from the notice date (by May 1, 2025) to identify their capability to satisfy the government's requirements with a commercial item.
The procurement is not set aside for small businesses, with the government indicating that supplies are available from a limited number of sources, primarily Elbit America and Lockheed Martin. The estimated quantity is 14 units, with a delivery schedule targeting completion on or before July 26, 2026. The qualification process is comprehensive, involving a 90-day timeline and an estimated qualification cost of $4,800, with manufacturers required to submit a qualification test plan and conduct extensive testing. The contract is subject to Free Trade Agreements, and while successful qualification does not guarantee contract award, manufacturers must be prepared to provide a post-contract first article exhibit to verify production capabilities. The procurement falls under NAICS category 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing) and PSC category 5998 (Electrical and Electronic Assemblies, Boards, Cards, and Associated Hardware).
Notice text
The primary purposes of this notice are as follows:
- Conduct market research to determine if other sources are capable of satisfying the agency’s requirements exist and if commercial items or nondevelopmental items are available that meet the agency’s requirements
- Improve small business access to acquisition information
- Enhance competition by identifying contracting and subcontracting opportunities
This announcement is not a Request for Proposal or an Invitation for Bid, nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government does not intend to contract on the basis of this request or otherwise pay for any information solicited herein. Interested parties should contact Michelle Mihu at michelle.mihu@us.af.mil.
Detailed Information
Contracting Office: DLA Aviation
Address: 6051 Gum Lane, Hill AFB, UT 84056
Noun: F-16 Electronics Component
NSN: 5998-01-080-3978 WF
P/N: 16E1606-831
Estimated Quantity: 14 EA
Destination: DLO000, DTW400
Estimated Delivery Schedule: On or Before July 26, 2026
Set-aside: It is NOT expected that this requirement will be set-aside for small businesses
Statements
Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), Justification: Supplies required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources and no other type of supplies will satisfy agency requirements.
It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contact with the following firms:
Elbit America (CAGE 0WEC9)
Lockheed Martin (CAGE 81755)
Contractors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package. Please see clause 52.209-1 and the attached Manufacturing Qualification Requirement for additional details.
Based upon market research, the Government is not planning on using policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. However, interested parties may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency.
One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| MQR.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| F-16 Electronics Component | Award Notice | |
| F-16 Electronics Component | Solicitation | |
| F-16 Electronics Component | Pre-Solicitation | |
| F-16 Electronics Component | Solicitation |
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